Effie Orfanides

Effie Orfanides is a reporter at EntertainmentNow with more than two decades of experience in entertainment journalism. She has been a contributor for Heavy.com, the maker of EntertainmentNow, since 2017 covering celebrity and entertainment news, including reality TV. She specializes in shows like "The Real Housewives" and "Dancing With the Stars." Effie's bylines have appeared in People, Newsweek, and Men's Journal. Effie is also the CEO and founder of EO Digital and the mobile app beacheo. Effie graduated from The University of Massachusetts with a degree in English. She is based in Tampa, Florida.
Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott.

Jonathan Scott Shares Update on Zooey Deschanel Wedding

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Jonathan Scott and Zooey Deschanel have been slow to plan their upcoming wedding but that might change soon.

Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough.

DWTS Makes Official Cast Announcement Ahead of Season 33

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DWTS' official season 33 main cast has been confirmed by production and the premiere is set to air on September 17.

Candace Cameron Bure.

Candace Cameron Bure Dissed Again

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Candace Cameron Bure won't be making friends with her anytime soon.

Kym Herjavec.

Kym Herjavec Returns to Instagram With Message for Fans

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Kym Herjavec took to Instagram to thank her fans for their love and support following the death of her father.

Christina Hall.

HGTV Star Christina Hall’s Ex Trolled Online

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Christina Hall's ex-husband Josh Hall moved out of their shared home and fans are making negative comments about him online.

A man's wedding ring.

Former DWTS Pro Sets the Record Straight After Alum’s Divorce News Breaks

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The DWTS alum's divorce was announced one week after he made some comments about his ballroom partner.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck.

Jennifer Lopez’s Closest Friends ‘Never Liked’ Ben Affleck: Report

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Jennifer Lopez's closest pals have had issues with Ben Affleck for years.

Teresa Giudice, Margaret Josephs, Melissa Gorga, Jennifer Aydin, Danielle Cabral.

Fans Think RHONJ Star Just Bid Farewell to the Franchise

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Things are about the change in Jersey.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez.

Jennifer Lopez Seen at Ben Affleck’s Home: Report

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Jennifer Lopez spent about 5 hours at Ben Affleck's new home in Brentwood, California, after spending the day with his son.

Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott.

Zooey Deschanel & Jonathan Scott Mark Major Milestone Ahead of Wedding

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Zooey Deschanel shared a sweet post to mark a milestone in her relationship with Jonathan Scott.

Andy Cohen and Teresa Giudice.

Andy Cohen Pal Says Bravo ‘Couldn’t Do a Show Without’ Teresa Giudice

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Teresa Giudice may not be going anywhere.

DWTS season 32 competitors.

DWTS Alum Admits She ‘Went Through Hell’ on the Show

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The DWTS alum had a tough time on the show.

Witney Carson.

DWTS Pro Witney Carson Makes Big Family Announcement

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Witney Carson shared big news with fans.

Carrie Underwood.

Carrie Underwood Set to Make History on ‘American Idol’

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Carrie Underwood will make history when she appears as a judge on the new season of "American Idol" when it premieres in 2025.

A candle.

DWTS Alum’s Shocking Death Ultimately Caused by High Blood Pressure

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The DWTS alum's death was caused by high blood pressure.

Kym and Robert Herjavec.

Robert Herjavec Shares Relationship Update on 8-Year Wedding Anniversary

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Robert Herjavec took to Instagram to share a couple of tributes to his wife, former DWTS pro Kym Herjavec.

Tarek El Moussa, Christina Hall, and Ant Anstead.

HGTV Star Christina Hall’s Relationship With Exes Has Changed

Effie Orfanides

Christina Hall is going through her third divorce but she's been getting along well with her first two husbands.

Ben Affleck.

Ben Affleck Homes In on ‘New Energy’ After Failed Marriage: Report

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Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez's marriage is reportedly over and a source explained what the "Argo" actor is doing to move forward.

A couple holding hands.

DWTS Alum ‘Just Friends’ With Woman at His Home Amid Divorce

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The DWTS alum is "just friends" with the woman he was spotted with after announcing his divorce.

Christina Hall.

HGTV’s Christina Hall Posts PSA After Receiving Unwanted Letters From Men

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Christina Hall shared a PSA on her Instagram Stories asking men to stop sending her letters following her divorce.

A teddy bear in a hospital bed.

Hallmark Actress’ Young Son Hospitalized: ‘Never Felt More Broken’

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The Hallmark star has had a challenging few weeks.

Game over.

DWTS Alum Finalizes ‘Nightmare’ Divorce After Messy Back & Forth

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The DWTS alum is happy to have everything settled.

Jennifer Aydin.

Jennifer Aydin Claims Something Major Was Deleted on Editing Floor

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Jennifer Aydin said that fans didn't see everything on the RHONJ finale and that Danielle Cabral made a comment about Bill Aydin.

A beach.

HGTV Star Finds ‘Peace’ as Divorce Looms

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THE HGTV star is focusing on her wellbeing.

A candle.

DWTS Alum Mourns Loss of Ex-Girlfriend

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She died less than one year after being diagnosed with cancer.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez.

Ben Affleck & Jennifer Lopez Have 1 Reason for Waiting to Announce Split: Report

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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are said to be waiting to confirm their split and officially file for divorce because of their kids.

Peta Murgatroyd.

Peta Murgatroyd Seen Crying 3 Weeks After Giving Birth

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Peta Murgatroyd started crying on Instagram.

RHONJ cast and Andy Cohen.

RHONJ Star Claims Andy Cohen Tried to ‘Warn’ Her About Upsetting Scene

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Andy Cohen may have tried to calm her down.

Moving forward.

Upcoming HGTV Star Moves Out of Home Amid Divorce

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The HGTV stars are moving forward with their divorce.

Divorce paper.

HGTV Star’s Sudden Divorce Is Getting Ugly

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Things are getting messy for the reality star.